QB:
Alot will depend on if local stud Neimann Lawrence decides to re-classify to 2027. UM will supposedly make a heavy play, but it will be interesting how far we go with a HS QB when the portal model just seems to be the safer option if you have the means. Could see us taking 2 if one of them is Lawrence, as well. I will add his tape if he re-classifies but there is a handful of other names to know.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19357701/Davin-Davidson
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22552865/Israel-Abrams (IL)
One of top names in nation. A bit raw, but quick release with whip-like arm strength. Near top of UM’s board with Davidson and Mencl.
QwikCut
Local (well, Treasure Coast) kid who has already re-classified. Name is Wonderful and nickname is Champ, so gotta be good right? We are definitely recruiting but may be behind a couple. Only highlights I could find at the moment, but I swear there’s a Hudl out there.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19257986/Will-Mencl (AZ)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15927844/Peter-Bourque (MA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19493653/Caden-Gutzmer (MN)
OTHERS: Neimann Lawrence (28), Plantation AH…. Charlie Foulke, Philly St. Joseph… Trent Seaborn, Alabaster AL Alabama Commit
RB:
Color me shocked that all 5 RB stayed this offseason. UM adds new RB coach from Upshaw from the NFL. I think we are a lock to take two this cycle. Weak crop this year in Sofla and the whole state really.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22185816/Myson-JohnsonCook (IL)
Freakish size/speed combo. Mark Fletcher with another a gear. Near the top of UM’s board and we seem to be growing on him every day.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15480201/David-Gabriel-Georges (TN)
Probably my favorite RB this cycle as he appears to have just a little better feet and natural feel for the position than MJC who I also like. UM loves him, but may be a long shot.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19212958/Brayden-Tyson (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19386762/Tylan-Keys (MS)
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22418774/Wayne-Shanks-Jr (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19447535/Elijah-Kimble (NY)
Looks to be our favorite smaller back of this cycle, or at least it is early on before Upshaw’s hiring. Has UM in top 3 with Indiana and UNC. Big home run threat.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19667326/Tyson-Robinson (MS)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19501886/Arwin-Jackson
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20361133/Aiden-Gibson (SC)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/16924365/David-Segarra-III (SC)
Others: Kelvin Morrison, Hermitage PA… Khamoni Williams(ATH) , Memphis TN… Nigel Newkirk, Gainesville GA…Noah Roberts, Chandler, AZ… Kemon Spell, Mckeesport PA Ga Commit… Brennan Lacey, Frisco TX
WR:
This, like corner, has been flooded with talent from both HS and the portal and is now a team strength. I’d say 3 is ehhh most likely but only 2 is a real possibility. Good local class, maybe not the best we’ve seen but definitely strong, lacks size, but we’ve recruited a lot of big X types last year.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19539314/Nicholas-Lennear UM Commit
Been making plays since he was a freshman and now making the move to Carol City although he will lose his QB, Lawrence. He is a pit bull in the Toney type, although taller with maybe less wiggle. 5* rated player.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19739206/AhMari-Stevens UM Commit
Slot type with just as much if not more more speed than Lennear…Seems to be a 50/50 vibe whether or not he ends up in this class but he did recently re-affirm his commitment after some rumors to other schools. Has already been at a bunch of high schools.
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19782831/683a71fc0f4a64bd91ec9dac
(ATH) Jonathan’s nephew has a 10.8 under his belt. At a relatively new high school, and although I’m not sure if he’s a WR/CB I wouldn’t be surprised if he ends up in this class.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19321690/Jaden-Upshaw (GA)
Cousin to current UM WR Jaylen Upshaw who has Canes in top 3. Top 100 kid on some lists.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19653480/Tre-Moore (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18231676/Anthony-Jennings-III
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19388168/Dakota-Guerrant (MI)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19544745/Kesean-Bowmanv(TN)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20767020/Julius-Jones
Others: Osani Gayles IMG… Quintin Burrell, Chicago Mount Carmel… Elias Pearl, Port Charlotte… Javien Robinson (ATH), Mckeesport PA…Carter Davis, Gulf Shores AL…Aubrey Johnson, Houston North Shore
TE:
We had thought to be recruiting position well, but lost Schott to portal and what’s been on the field is so-so. I think 2 is a little more likely than 1, but could be either and a lot depends on the development of Gilbert, Briggs, and Mueller. . New coach comes with a run blocking background.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22537928/Demarcus-DeRoche UM Commit
(ATH). Local early commit with a Greg Rousseau type build, and raw growth trajectory. Supposedly up around 220 right now, so that’s a little bigger than Rousseau was this early. There is a chance he ends up at Edge as well, but I think he offense will be his first look and calling card.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/17414403/Anthony-Cartwright-III (MI)
(ATH)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18370237/Jaxon-Dollar (NC)
Canes continue to recruit North Carolina heavily. Nation’s top TE prospect, freak athlete. Will be a tough pull, but we’re on his radar.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19457194/Charles-Davis (CA)
(WR-TE)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18030067/Malik-Howard (TN)
Others: Trae Proctor, Plantation AH Auburn Commit… Grant Haviland, Alpharetta Milton GA
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OL:
Would expect 4 maybe 5 here, with a home run OT available locally. Off of big, excellent class last season wouldn’t be surprised if the number is 4. Tackle prospects, unless listed otherwise.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19972142/Mark-Matthews UM Commit
Top 5 player nationally and most consider UM the favorite. Hard to imagine CMC/Mirabal missing on a local stud at their specialty position.
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22327205/Zaquan-Linton UM Commit
A little more of a developmental tackle type local take. High upside but I could also see a scenario where he has to show something to stay in this class.s
https://www.hudl.com/profile/22139962/Joshua-Sam-Epelle (GA)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19025619/Tyler-Ford (GA)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20875421/jatori-williams (AL)
(G/T)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/20295234/Reed-Ramsier
(IOL)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19430705/Sean-Tatum
(IOL) Canes lead for one of top interior prospects in nation from Treasure Coast. Hoping just matter of time
https://www.hudl.com/profile/18279815/Sidney-Rouleau (TX)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/19411960/Reis-Russell (CO)
(C)
https://www.hudl.com/profile/15084647/Jacob-Hawks (TX Juco)
OTHERS: Neff Giwa (T- Rugby), Nigeria… Gus Corsair (IOL), Hays KS… Albert Simien (IOL), Lake Charles LA… Kennedy Brown, Humble TX